McAnuff shines as Jamaica reach Gold Cup Final

Leyton Orient midfielder Jobi McAnuff starred for Jamaica as they became the first ever Caribbean side to reach the Gold Cup final following a 2-1 victory over host nation USA last night.

Playing in their first semi-finals since 1995, the Reggae Boyz raced into a 2-0 lead at half-time in front of a sold-out crowd at the Georgia Dome, Atlanta, thanks to goals from Darren Mattocks and Giles Barnes.

USA captain Michael Bradley pulled a goal back for the hosts early in the second half however Jamaica held on for a memorable victory to book their place in the final as McAnuff played the full 90 minutes.

Jamaica will now come up against Mexico, who overcame Panama 2-1 after extra time, in Sunday’s final which will be played at the PA Lincoln Financial Field in Philadelphia.